Weekly Crypto Check-In

Topics covered in this episode:SEC continues to give crypto guidanceSEC & CFTC published MOUYoutuber MrBeast gets crypto investmentCoinbase Futures now Available on Ripple PrimeRipple and Mastercard partner for on-chain paymentsCrazy big trading loss!Senate passes CBDC ban until 2030Market Structure Bill Update

Topics covered in this episode:Where's the Market Structure Bill?Fedex Joins Hedera CouncilSouth Korean XRP marketMeta plans to launch a stablecoinCoinbase offering 24/5 stock trading in USTerra sues Jane StreetMorgan Stanley files for National Trust Bank CharterIran links to Bitcoin?DTCC shows Hidden Road is liveKraken gets Fed Master Account

Topics covered in this episode:Market Structure Bill - progressHybrid crypto ETF productsCrypto VolatilityWhat does 24/7 tokenization really mean?Diamonds tokenized on XRPLEpstein files show crypto linksStablecoins used by YC

Topics covered on this episode:Market Structure Bill statusBoA CEO: stablecoinsStrategy buys BTC, the price dropsKansas setting up crypto reserveInstitutions continue to move toward crypto usageNYSE planning to come on-chainCrypto predictions by Monica Long

Topics covered in this episode:BNY launched tokenized deposit servicesEU policy document sets dollar stablecoin statusTrump mentioning crypto era coming nextMarket Structure Bill progress

Topics covered in this episode:53 consecutive days on XRP ETF inflows130+ ETF filingsDOJ selling BTC?Crypto Market Structure Bill progressBank of America recommends 4% allocationCrenshaw departs the SECMike Selig confirmed at CFTCBTC DATs in 2025

Topics covered in this episode:Visa settling via USDCOCC conditionally approves five licensesMarket Structure Bill making small progressXRP & Solana joining forcesBitwise BITW now tradingJamie Dimon changes his tuneA new BTC DAT?Paul Atkins: All US Markets will be on chain within two years

Topics covered on this episode:FDIC giving guidanceGeorgia (country) rolls out HederaBank of America clients’ crypto allocationStrategy in trouble?Singapore expands Ripple’s licenseCrypto market since October 10thKraken files for IPOGreyscale files for IPO

Topics covered in this episode:33 Act XRP ETF launching soonDraft Crypto BillSchwab buys ForgeRipple acquires PalisadeEvernorth publicly tradedConsensys going publicCZ gets pardon

Topics covered on this episode:$300T PyUSD?!!!Ripple acquires GTreasuryInside(R) informationLargest crypto liquidation in historyFirst ever $20k BTC candleCrypto banking race heating upCiti to launch crypto custody in 2026DTCC confirms that $100T is coming to cryptoT Rowe Price - Active Crypto ETF

Topics covered on this episode:ETH ETFs get stakingMultiple asset type ETFs3x leveraged crypto ETFsETF launches waiting on Government shutdownBNY exploring tokenized depositsVanguard eyeing cryptoReal estate tokenizationSEC no action letter - crypto custodySWIFT announces blockchain initiative

Topics covered in this episode:New SEC Rules on Crypto ETFsTether's Expansion and Regulated StablecoinsRLUSD and the Tokenization of Real-World AssetsSEC's Evolving Regulatory Framework for CryptoCrypto in 401(k)s and Retirement PlansFed Rate Cuts and Their Ripple Effect on CryptoYear-End Market Structure Changes in Crypto

Topics covered in this episode:Nasdaq files for tokenized stock tradingEvent: Future ProofMarket Structure Bill ProgressXRP: Fastest ever futures contract to $1B in open interestFederal Reserve conference on payments innovationSEC-CFTC Joint Staff StatementForeign exchanges to service US customersInstitutional Crypto Cycle is coming

Topics covered in this episode:Bessent: US Bitcoin holdingsEverybody is launching stablecoinsBullish receives IPO proceeds in stablecoinsWyoming becomes the first state to issue a stablecoinEO: Banks not allowed to debank cryptoPrivate assets allowed in 401Ks

Topics covered in this episode:Do crypto cycles have historical patterns?Paypal enables merchants to accept cryptoIn-kind Redemptions for BTC and ETH ETFsCoinbase and JPM partneringCrypto Report released by White HouseWhite House preparing EO to punish banksSEC releases Listing Standards for crypto ETPsSEC: Liquid staking activities are not securitiesSEC: Guidance that stablecoins can be treated as cash equivalents on balance sheetsWhite House Crypto Report: https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Digital-Assets-Report-EO14178.pdf 

Topics covered in this episode:Genius Act signed into lawClarity Act passes HouseSEC Approves Bitwise 10 Crypto ETFCoinbase and PNC create strategic partnershipJPM, soon to lend against BTC & ETHSEC might update KYC to utilize zkProofsShocker: American Banks Association urges Circle/Ripple bank license pauseClarity Act: Making things simpleSEC Chair Atkins: "rally looks set to continue"Crypto IPOsBTC vs XRP performance for MicroStrategy

Topics covered in this episode:Grayscale starts IPO processVanguard in crypto?GENIUS Act voting dramaExecutive Order: 401ks could access private marketsBanks are now allowed to custody cryptoVisa launching their own crypto networkBig banks issuing stablecoinsDubai land deeds

Topics covered in this episode:One Big Beautiful Bill - CryptoMarket Structure Bill status updateCircle & Ripple Apply for Bank ChartersSEC considering token ETF listing processSEC v Ripple Case UpdateCrypto included in mortgage assessmentsCircle's IPO

Topics covered in this episode:CLARITY Act passed out of House Ag CommitteeGENIUS Act negotiations heating upSEC Paul Atkins in favor of self-custodyCircle IPOsCalifornia passes bill to seize BitcoinSEC introduces framework to clarify crypto tokensHidden Road gains membership status with DTCCETH and XRP corporate treasuries

Topics covered in this episode:US Bitcoin Holdings ClassifiedHouse GOP Target Thursday for Market Structure BillSaylor: Proof of Bitcoin reserves "bad idea"XRPL chosen as blockchain of choice, real estateKraken to offer tokenized stocks and ETFsXRP Futures launched on CMEDTCC patent names XRP and XLMJail time for BTC ETF announcement hacker

Topics covered in this episode:Coinbase acquires DeribitMissouri to exempt capital gains on cryptoSEC changing prioritiesSenate votes down GENIUS actMeta considering launch of stablecoinWhat is going on in Arizona?USDT to be brought under US jurisdictionPaul Atkins speechThailand to sell crypto to citizens

Topics covered in this episode:Mastercard powering stablecoin transactionsBlackrock is using blockchain to track fund ownershipStablecoin bill roadblock?Ripple buying Circle?Arizona Governor vetoes Bitcoin Reserve BillHow much evangelism is too much?European Central Bank selects Quant for Digital Euro

Topics covered in this episode:Paul Atkins confirmed as SEC ChairOregon AG sues CoinbaseSchwab CEO: expect to launch spot crypto trading 72 pending crypto ETFsVoting records on a blockchain in the USCrypto markets holding up in recent macro volatility15 crypto firms with OCC trust charter applications

Topics covered in this episode:SEC Chair VoteRipple Acquires Hidden RoadUnmasking Satoshi?SEC: stablecoins are not securitiesCircle files S1 for IPOStablecoin Legislation ProgressingFDIC drops rule on crypto

Topics covered in this episode:White House Digital Asset SummitStablecoin Legislation before August RecessTexas Strategic Bitcoin ReserveDavid Sachs divested $200MSBF Interview from PrisonSBF placed in solitary confinementNasdaq to launch 24-hour trading on equitiesOCC: Banks can now custody cryptoHedera secures a Major Banking WinBig SEC v Ripple CaseWeeks when decades happen

Topics covered in this episode:Volatility!Multi-asset strategic crypto reserveFirst Crypto Summit 3/7Rescind the Broker-Dealer RuleSEC Continues to drop casesSEC gives guidance on memecoinsIs Eric Trump telegraphing the next move?National Cryptocurrency Association

Topics covered in this episode:ByBit HackSEC Pausing/Dropping CasesSEC Interested in ETH StakingMarket sell-offBlackRock launching BTC ETF in EuropeCitadel to offer crypto tradingSome state Bitcoin Reserves Denied

Topics covered in this episode:Trump rethinking crypto council?Mastercard tokenizing transactionsSEC has started acknowledging altcoin ETF applicationsSEC declares XRP not a securityPump & DumpsTrump posts on Truth Social about $XRPCoinbase quarterly resultsRobinhood quarterly resultsSAB 121 RescissionCalSTRS pension fundBinance.us resumes USD trading

Topics covered in this episode:Powell: calls for ”fresh look” at debanking of cryptoBinance & SEC halt caseBitcoinReserveMonitor.comCrypto Waiting for its next catalystTakeaways from Galaxy’s Ondo ConferenceStrategy (formerly MicroStrategy) has resumed its bitcoin purchasesDave Portnoy in cryptoCFTC Chair nomination: Brian QuintenzSEC: meme coins outside our jurisdictionCrypto regulations will not be a cake walkGoldman buying BTC ETFsCrazy weekend for Moonpay

Topics covered in this episode:36M+ Crypto Tokens in existencePowell: banks perfectly able to serve crypto customersSEC possibly moving quicker on ETFsKraken brings back staking of US customersGreyscale files to convert XRP trust to ETF14 States with bills for Bitcoin ReserveMichael Saylor on Forbes coverTether had $13B profit in 2024Crazy volatile weekend!Stablecoin Legislation Framework Coming Soon

Topics covered in this episode:Arizona first state with bill for Bitcoin ReserveBig banks are moving to custody cryptoCrypto.com to delist USDT on 1/31In-kind create/redemption on BTC ETFsLedger cofounder and wife kidnapped, finger cut offDoes MSTR have a tax problem?SAB 121 rescinded by SECTokenization coming soon, Larry saysCrypto EOs signed, working group, possible digital asset stockpile

Topics covered in this episode:1-Year of BTC ETFsJPM predicts alt-coin ETF inflowsSlew of ETF filings after Gensler left officeTether moving to El SalvadorSEC files opening brief in Ripple appealRumors of US-based tokens as part of US reserveBitcoin backed loans available at Coinbase$TRUMP and $MELANIA meme coinsWorld Liberty Financial buys $100M+ in cryptoBoA CEO on cryptoSEC launching Crypto Taskforce for regulationsPresident Trump pardons Ross Ulbricht

Topics covered in this episode:El Salvador forced to ditch BitcoinCrypto Index ETF ApprovedSpaceX using Stablecoins in foreign marketsUAE Holdings $40B in BitcoinIRS: crypto staking is taxableRussia: we are using Bitcoin to evade sanctions$USDT drop in supplyCoinbase wins motion to pursue Interlocutory Appeal

Topics covered in this episode:Vote canceled on CrenshawDoubts on $MSTR buying BTCTrump exploring Strategic Bitcoin Reserve EO$RLUSD launchedMarket Structure Bill in first 100 DaysAI creating memecoins2024 Quick Comments

Topics covered in this episode:Trump selects Paul Atkins for SEC ChairCrenshaw re-appointment being rushedChair Powell cares about crypto?Electric bills paid via crypto$IBIT now over $50BBitcoin hit $100kDavid Sachs named Crypto AI CzarSOL ETF will be deniedBitcoin on the balance sheet60 Minutes crypto piece$RLUSD approved, launching in days

Topics covered in this episode:Russia recognizes Bitcoin as property$RLUSD approved, launching todayDino tokens (utility focus)XRP has out performed BTC from 2023 forwardXRP volume largely institutionalTrading volume BTC + ETH < XRPNo capital gains on US based tokens?SOL and XRP ETF applications making progressNew SEC Chair Paul Atkins?Ex-SEC attorneys being blackballed?

Topics covered on this episode:Bitcoin up 30% since election, pulled back to $92kMicroStrategy continues to buy billions in BitcoinCboe Launched First Cash-Settled Options on Spot Bitcoin ETFsCantor Fitzgerald Acquires 5% Stake in TetherSEC Commissioners stepping downBrad Garlinghouse "60 Minute" interview on 12/1Wisdom Tree files for XRP ETFCFTC new crypto regulator? Self-Regulatory Agency?Tornado Cash in the Fifth CircuitChris Giancarlo would drop SEC case vs RippleFairshake crypto PAC has $103M for midtermsSchwab CEO, "I feel silly"Market cap of next bear market bottom?

Topics covered in this episode:BTC newsMicroStrategy announces $42B planVaneck: Bitcoin a reserve asset, 2% weight, $3MBlackRock's $IBITThe first U.K. pension fund invests in bitcoin, with up to a 3% direct allocationBitcoin ETF assets 2/3 to goldTokenized Treasuries explodingPolymarket Whale ProfitsGensler and the SECCrypto PACs, 48 out of 48UBS Asset Management launches its first tokenized investment fund.Bernstein, "add crypto exposure ASAP"

Topics covered in this episode:Crypto ETFs PerformanceElection Betting MarketsRussell 2000 & BitcoinSEC v Ripple Case UpdateMicrosoft voting on BitcoinEmory University buys BitcoinMrBeast investigation for ties into crypto

Topics covered in this episode:Bitwise updates XRP ETF S1Bitcoin ETFs crossed $20BArrested, fake ETF announcement tweetRipple was minting 20% of USDCSEC files Form C in Ripple appealKamala considering SEC nominees M&A - Stripe acquires stablecoin platform Bridge for $1.1B

Topics covered in this episode:SEC files notice of appealFTX is paying 118% to customersTrue or FalseThe SEC wants 3+ years to fulfill a FOIA request in the Coinbase caseA former SEC chair says the regulator’s approach would change if customized rules were written for industryAnother XRP ETF filingFBI creates cryptocurrency to catch criminalsSchwab survey on investingKamala announces crypto "policy"

Topics covered in this episode:Gensler “so-called” exchangesTrump buys hamburgers in NYC with BTCSmoking gun: Silvergate was solventSEC approves options for BlackRock’s BTC spot ETFSEC chairs in front of the Financials Services CommitteeFTX Estate starts distributionsBNY Mellon approved for crypto custodyOctober 7th, last appeal dateCZ was released from prison, 2 days earlyBitwise files for XRP ETF

Topics covered in this episode:UK law recognizes crypto as personal propertyGreyscale launching XRP trustJoint CFTC and SEC crypto oversight?Game: true or false?!Bitstamp / Robinhood launching derivatives on XRPLAll five SEC commissioners testify in CongressVolatility galoreCrypto in Congress

Topics covered in this episode:SEC warns FTX estate about stablecoin usageRipple will soon be launching RLUSDRipple filed a request to stay monetary portionMastercard is launching a Bitcoin cardBTC vs ETH ETFsBlackRock $IBIT is now 2%

Topics covered in this episode:Norway tax returns are public and crypto tax non-compliance is pervasive National Bureau of Economic Research and Financial Times 8/26HM (Her Majesty) Revenue & Customs warns crypto investors in ‘nudge’ campaign.Fed announces the time for rate cuts has arrived in attempt at soft landingSEC loses phrase "crypto asset security"Tokenized bank deposits, $200TSEC sues again... Abra, unregistered offers and salesOpenSea NFT marketplacePaypal stablecoin PYUSD surpasses $1B

Topics covered in this episode:Bitwise acquires ETC Group, issuer of Europe's largest physical Bitcoin ETPUpdated 13Fs, Goldman and Morgan StanleyETH ETFs are small potatoesFranklin Templeton files for a crypto index ETFBlackRock holds more BTC than GreyscaleLive Mastercard transactions on AlgorandUS selling Bitcoin?Crypto adoption is outpacing early internet adoption

Topics covered in this episode:SEC v Ripple Final JudgementCFTC $12.7B judgement against FTX99.5% of BTC ETF AUM hung through the craziness last weekUBS soon to follow Morgan StanleyBitcoin ETF options coming soon?BlackRock sees $IBIT for 2024 at $40B?!SEC drops investigation into $BUSD after 15 monthsOperation Choke Point 2.0 still in effectKamala would continue crypto crackdownKamala takes lead over Trump on Polymarket

Topics covered in this episode:USDC on-chain insurance underwritten by Lloyd's of LondonOpenEden Labs is bringing tokenized US T-Bills to the XRPLGreyscale ETH outflows nearing zeroMorgan Stanley approves BTC ETFsBroader market selloffsFINRA’s work on cryptoFairshake PAC announces support for 18 candidates

Topics covered in this episode:State of Michigan adds BTC ETFs to the pension fundBitcoin Conference in NashvilleGreyscale ETHE ETF net outflows, $2BUS Government held BTC movedGreyscale is launching a new BTC ETF, $BTCCalifornia DMV digitized 42M car titles

Topics covered in this episode:Winklevoss twins donate $1M in BitcoinSEC vs Ripple case nearing endAll ETH ETFs had flows of $106M net, $590M ex-ETHEGrayscale's $ETHE saw 5% holdings leave day 1Bitcoin ETF buying has picked up